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1843-1920
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1883
''El Doctor Centeno (Tomo II)'' by Benito Pérez Galdós is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work is part of the author's exploration of Spanish society, focusing on the lives of diverse characters living together in a boarding house. The narrative is likely to delve into themes of social dynamics, personal ambition, and the struggles of youth against the backdrop of economic and political challenges in Spain. The opening of ''El Doctor Centeno'' introduces readers to the changing landscape of memories and characters as they reminisce about their past experiences in a boarding house owned by a woman named Doña Virginia. The narrative shifts between past and present, invoking a sense of nostalgia as various former residents are reflected upon, revealing their current standings in life. Key characters emerge such as the industrious and ambitious Felipe Centeno, who is eager to learn, and other boarding house inhabitants like the aloof writer Don Jesús, and the boisterous Bachelor Miquis, who dreams of becoming a famous playwright. Through these character sketches and the lively atmosphere of the dining room discussions, Galdós begins to paint a vivid picture of the complexities of human relationships and aspirations in a burgeoning society.
